Overview
- Tatum will not play Wednesday against the Cavaliers as he continues rehabbing roughly six months after surgery.
- NBA insider Chris Haynes reports Tatum is about 23 weeks post‑op, doing three 45‑minute workouts per week and feeling good.
- Boston leadership has reiterated it will not set a target date, emphasizing a medical-first decision on any comeback.
- The Celtics have started 1-3 and are testing rotations with expanded roles for secondary contributors.
- Tatum’s recent practice clips and a “6 months” post highlight progress, while outside projections of a February–March return remain speculative and unconfirmed.